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Confessions

  • Episode aired Aug 25, 2013
  • TV-14
  • 47m
IMDb RATING
9.6/10
46K
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Aaron Paul in Breaking Bad (2008)
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As Hank closes in, Walt crafts a strategic confession to protect his family, while a conflicted Jesse faces a choice with far-reaching consequences.As Hank closes in, Walt crafts a strategic confession to protect his family, while a conflicted Jesse faces a choice with far-reaching consequences.As Hank closes in, Walt crafts a strategic confession to protect his family, while a conflicted Jesse faces a choice with far-reaching consequences.

  • Director
    • Michael Slovis
  • Writers
    • Vince Gilligan
    • Gennifer Hutchison
  • Stars
    • Bryan Cranston
    • Anna Gunn
    • Aaron Paul
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  • IMDb RATING
    9.6/10
    46K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Michael Slovis
    • Writers
      • Vince Gilligan
      • Gennifer Hutchison
    • Stars
      • Bryan Cranston
      • Anna Gunn
      • Aaron Paul
    • 33User reviews
    • 27Critic reviews
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    Bryan Cranston
    Bryan Cranston
    • Walter White
    Anna Gunn
    Anna Gunn
    • Skyler White
    Aaron Paul
    Aaron Paul
    • Jesse Pinkman
    Dean Norris
    Dean Norris
    • Hank Schrader
    Betsy Brandt
    Betsy Brandt
    • Marie Schrader
    RJ Mitte
    RJ Mitte
    • Walter White, Jr.
    Bob Odenkirk
    Bob Odenkirk
    • Saul Goodman
    Laura Fraser
    Laura Fraser
    • Lydia Rodarte-Quayle
    • (credit only)
    Jesse Plemons
    Jesse Plemons
    • Todd
    Steven Michael Quezada
    Steven Michael Quezada
    • Steven Gomez
    Lavell Crawford
    Lavell Crawford
    • Huell
    Michael Bowen
    Michael Bowen
    • Uncle Jack
    Kevin Rankin
    Kevin Rankin
    • Kenny
    Gonzalo Menendez
    Gonzalo Menendez
    • Detective Kalanchoe
    Guy Wilson
    • Trent
    Tina Parker
    Tina Parker
    • Francesca
    Jason Douglas
    Jason Douglas
    • Detective Munn
    Mary Sue Evans
    • Janice
    • Director
      • Michael Slovis
    • Writers
      • Vince Gilligan
      • Gennifer Hutchison
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    User reviews33

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    10chrisb993

    Oh my freaking god !

    This was absolutely the best episode EVER , i mean ever not Breaking Bad Wise , S05E11 is simply the best acting, scripting, camera work, drama ever filmed for TV !!! And it tops Season 4 , which was absolutely brilliant.

    I cried 1 time simply because of the outstanding acting and chemistry of Aaron Paul and Bryan Cranston. Aaron Paul is absolutely amazing, he will have a huge career after Breaking Bad, you can count on that.

    The Scripting is so perfect i cannot put it to words. You feel like "Wow this is awesome" only to be wowed again 5min after that and so one.

    I was nearly jumping into my TV in the last 5 min of the episode. This is such a thrill.

    Whoever hasn't watched Breaking Bad, you simply miss the best drama series ever made. Breaking Bad plays in another league.

    And i watched all great drama series, Lost, Sopranos, The Wire.... etc etc. totally different league. The Acting would be Oscar worthy...
    Pitogyroulis

    5x11 Confessions

    Wow, what can I say about this one? A perfect plan from Walt to clear himself from Hank after his discovery which seems to be successful. More intense dialogue dialogue and decision making from the main characters.

    One crucial choice comes crashing down from all the previous seasons to Jessie making this episode interesting to the very last second. Slowly coming to the understanding which will change the course of actions and possible outcomes for the finale.

    With only 5 episodes left and so much to happen I can see why they call this season the best piece of fiction. The pace, the acting, the writing and the end of this episode are all a 10/10 easily. Takes the place for the second best episode this season after "Say my name"

    It would be a disgrace to give this episode anything other than a 10 and even a 9.6 rating is too low for something this good.
    10em_fad

    You Want A BitterSweet Excellence,You're in the Right Neighbourhood

    The best TV show of all-time delivers probably One of The Most brilliant Episode Of this series along with any Other TV Series.A Sweet Ride throughout;Until the end,which definitely gave Bumps and all.Since the last week the suspense was driving me nuts and considering the name of this episode,It grew further intense.Impatiently waiting for the next one,Keep 'em coming!

    Walter Hartwell White,The Best Smart-ass Genius But What Comes next really scares me

    And Jesse,in this situation My Advice to you would be to "Tread Lightly" ;)

    Love You BREAKING BAD! :D
    10g-bodyl

    Making Confessions!

    This is the eleventh episode of the fifth season of Breaking Bad. If anything can be described as jaw-dropping, it's this wonderful episode. Many things occur in this episode, and all of them will hold your attention. The acting remains excellent, especially as Aaron Paul becomes a "regular" once more and Bob Odenkirk as Saul has his moments in the desert. Dean Norris and Bryan Cranston also deliver top-notch performances.

    In this episode, "Confessions," Walt tries to convince Hank and Marie to leave his family alone and allow the cancer to do the work. After they refuse, Walt gives them a DVD essentially blackmailing them. Todd has taken over the business. Walt convinces Jesse to begin a new life in Alaska, but Jesse realizes a hurtful truth about Walt.

    Overall, this is a fantastic, jaw-dropping episode. Trying to compute the happenings of this episode may create a mind explosion. That is how great this episode is. The cliffhanger is amazing and it means there is going to be some serious things happening in the final five episodes.

    My Grade: A+
    10theneilrules

    There is No Match for this one....

    One of the greatest episodes any series TV has ever delivered. That's all I can say actually.....there are words to describe this one. Pure raw acting by all the actors. Aaron Paul with his furious performance, Dean Norris with his silence and teeth grinding parley and of course Bryan Cranston with his evil saga. What Breaking Bad delivers is incomparable to any other series because the acting is very powerful and moving. The plot-line has always something new to offer and the camera-work and direction are brilliant.

    You CANNOT afford to miss this episode under any circumstances. Breaking Bad rules.

    10 out of 10

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    James Gandolfini, Edie Falco, Sharon Angela, Max Casella, Dan Grimaldi, Joe Perrino, Donna Pescow, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Tony Sirico, and Michael Drayer in The Sopranos (1999)
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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      This episode was Aaron Paul's submission for the Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Series category in the 2013 Emmy Awards- his fifth nomination and third win for the show.
    • Goofs
      When Hank goes to pour himself a drink the large piece of art above the bar sink disappears.
    • Quotes

      Saul Goodman: Some people are immune to good advice.

    • Crazy credits
      Bryan Cranston is credited both as an actor and a producer. For his actor credits (Br) is highlighted and for his producer credits (Y) is highlighted for chemical elements Bromine and Yttrium from periodic table.
    • Connections
      Featured in The 66th Primetime Emmy Awards (2014)
    • Soundtracks
      Midnight Blue
      (uncredited)

      Performed by Rita Remington

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • August 25, 2013 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Filming locations
      • 9200 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA(Todd meets Uncle Jack at diner)
    • Production companies
      • High Bridge Productions
      • Gran Via Productions
      • Sony Pictures Television
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      • 47m
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    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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